Program Assistant

2 weeks ago

Albany, United States U.S Comm for Refuge Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

OVERVIEW

The Program Assistant, with experience in finance and programs, will primarily be responsible for supporting the Finance Coordinator (and Field Office Director) with budgetary and office management needs that are related to the casework that is the Albany office’s primary focus. These assignments to assist with the implementation of programs include but are not limited to handling credit card expenses, helping purchase supplies, supporting technology needs. Special tasks could range from helping organize the move to a new office location, to assuring that documentation is signed and ready for submissions to grants. The Program Assistant may be called upon in other ways to support programs with the services that they provide to refugee clients. This position reports to the Finance Coordinator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all social services provided to USCRI Albany clients.
  • Assist with disbursement of funds to support clients’ needs.
  • Assist program staff with achieving program goals.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. Other job-related duties may be assigned, as required by the supervisor(s).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and/or at least two years relevant experience is preferred.
  • Strong communications and writing skills in collaboration with others.
  • Highly adaptable and flexible with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a demanding work environment.
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills; ability to work as a team member and independently, with a high level of self-motivation and ability to meet goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient in the use of MS Word, MS Excel, and database programs.
  • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with partner agencies.
  • Demonstrated support of USCRI’s values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.
  • Must have dedication to human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced people.
  • USCRI has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy. All employees must be fully vaccinated to work at any / all locations at USCRI.

TRAINING REQUIRMENTS

  • Satisfactory completion of USCRI’s Orientation and Training.
  • Complete additional training as identified by supervisor(s) or Human Resources.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
  • Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
  • Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
  • Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: $19.00 to $21.00 per hour

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